Paul Irvin Bennight was born on September 1, 1953 in Dallas, Texas to parents Irvin and Anna (Herbert) Bennight and entered into eternal rest on November 13, 2018 at the age of 65. Paul graduated from Mabank High School in 1971 and worked for Curtis Mathis, Mfg. in Athens from 1977-1991. He was a selfless man, who loved everyone. Paul enjoyed reading, cooking and Eagles. He also enjoyed watching westerns and wrestling. Paul enjoyed fishing, gardening and being with family and friends. He never met a stranger and was always helpful to anyone in need. Paul was a member of the Elks Lodge #2702, where he served as the treasurer, and the American Legion Post #310. He was a member of Central Baptist Church in Mabank, Texas. Paul will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents; Irvin and Anna Bennight, brother Bobby Bennight and sister Rojean Bennight.
He is survived by his daughter Anna Sparkman and husband John of Eustace, grandchildren; Lacie Sparkman and Bella Sparkman, brother Frankie Bennight and wife Billie of Kaufman, sister Brenda Kay Durmon of Texas City, other loving family members and many more lifelong friends.